Adie and Son

industry:
Mathematical instrument make, Meteorological instrument maker, Optician
Nationality:
Scottish
based:
Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Founded by Alexander James Adie (1775-1858), optician and instrument maker, partnership between Alexander Adie (w.1823-1834) & his son. Adie & Son were appointed by William IV, and manufactured domestic cistern barometers and marine barometers.

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